Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Eversheds Sutherland’s construction practices have extensive knowledge of the full range of legal issues connected to engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) projects. We believe that this gives your business a vital edge. Our lawyers excel in drafting and negotiating EPC and design/build contracts for a diverse range of public and private clients across a variety of industry sectors. We are also keenly aware of the risks and responsibilities faced by each stakeholder in a project. Whatever your needs in this complex legal field, we are here to help you.

Experienced engineering, procurement and construction lawyers

We advise on the full range of EPC-related issues. Whether on the drafting and negotiation of contracts and financing documentation or providing real-time project support, such as dispute avoidance, our lawyers will work with you to find innovative solutions that are tailor-made for your business. We also provide local and international representation in alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, litigation and on appeal.

Our team has significant experience advising on EPC legal services across a wide variety of jurisdictions and sectors. With more than 60 worldwide offices, our global reach means that we understand the local and international market conditions and pressures relevant to your projects. This knowledge enables us to provide informed and culturally sensitive legal and commercial advice wherever you operate. The sectors we cover include:

• industrial
• energy (including renewable, oil and gas, power generation and transmission, water and wastewater)
• transport
• commercial

Many of our lawyers come from industry backgrounds and have intimate and practical knowledge of the challenges you face. We take pride in our strong track record of advising businesses on ways to minimize the risk of disputes and costly litigation connected to EPC or design/build agreements.

§  “Diversity at Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP” to “Diversity at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP”

§  “Diversity” section:

o   The firm’s emphasis on diversity is reflected in numerous ways throughout the firm, such as the manner in which we recruit lawyers and other employees, our work-life policies and our professional service efforts. We have been recognized for our achievements in diversity.  More importantly, we understand the significant role a diverse community plays in the firm's growth and development.

§  “Our Awards and Recognitions” section:

o   Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP continues to be recognized for its efforts to promote diversity in the workplace and in the legal profession. In 2016 we were named a “Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality,” having earned a perfect 100 score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index, and we also were ranked a Top 100 Firm for Minority Attorneys by Law360. In addition, the firm was awarded the Gold Standard Certification for the fifth consecutive year by the Women in Law Empowerment Forum.

§  “Our Commitment” section:

o   Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is committed to promoting diversity within the firm and in the legal profession.  We believe that diverse skills, knowledge and viewpoints make us a stronger, more productive law firm.  We hire and promote qualified lawyers and other professionals regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.  We understand that diversity enhances our value to clients by allowing us to staff our client teams with professionals who possess broad experiences and a spectrum of perspectives.

o   Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP has a cross-office Diversity Committee with responsibility for supporting and enhancing our firm culture.  Our committee has helped coordinate and lead a number of efforts to advance diversity within our firm and the community. Affinity groups at the firm serve as support networks for attorneys of color; women lawyers; and gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender attorneys.

o   We are committed to working with our clients as they pursue the common goal of a professional workplace where opportunity is available to all.

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